TechFlow reported on September 2 that OKLink released its August 2024 security monthly report, revealing that blockchain security incidents across the network caused cumulative losses of approximately $316 million. Phishing scams alone accounted for 93.37% of total losses, amounting to about $296 million, while REKT events represented 5.97% of losses and RugPull incidents accounted for 0.19%.
On August 19, a suspicious transfer involving 4,064 BTC, worth around $238 million, occurred. The funds were quickly moved to multiple accounts including ThorChain and eXch. By August 27, $205,000 had been recovered.
OKLink reminds users to safeguard their personal information and never disclose private keys or recovery phrases to anyone. Be cautious of phishing tweets containing traps—do not click on unverified links. Learn to use Web3 on-chain tools to mitigate risks, establish your own secure operating procedures, strictly adhere to them, and ensure the safety of your assets.
